Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Lak Si, Thailand

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Lak Si...

Lak Si is a coastal city in Thailand. The water temperature around Lak Si varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 25.5°C (77.9°F) in January up to 31.3°C (88.3°F) in the month of May, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (84°F) and the best time for water activities is late spring, since Lak Si is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Lak Si?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Lak Si is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are located in close proximity to Lak Si. A spot that might be worth checking out is Asu, which is 927.2km (575.9miles) away from Lak Si. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Asu and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also try Bawa, which is approximately 930.7km (578miles) away from Lak Si. Another good surfspot is Bawa, located roughly 930.7km (578miles) from Lak Si.

Are there nice beaches near by?

No, not too many beaches are near to Lak Si. The next good beach is Pattaya, which is more than 69.3km (43miles) away from Lak Si. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also check out Haad Rin, which is roughly 293km (182miles) away from Lak Si.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is recommended for Lak Si?

The water temperature around Lak Si is extremely warm, reaching up to 31°C (88°F) in the months of April, May, and June. During this time, in the late spring, a wetsuit is normaly not required for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Lak Si. However, during December, January, and February, temperatures cool down to roughly 25°C (78°F). During this time, a rashguard or light top might be required for temperature-senstive people, but most people will be ok without a wetsuit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a rashguard or light wetsuit top.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Lak Si?

Due to relatively large temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions alter quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 25 to 30°C (78-87°F) during December, January, and February. Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during April, May, and June when temperatures go up to 26 to 31°C (79-88°F). Fish that can often be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Lak Si: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Lak Si...

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